Serendipity

Serendipity is defined as an unexpected wonderful event in life. Sometimes serendipity is referred to as finding a needle in a haystack. I like to think that no matter what happens in life that we can find positive aspects of it. Sometimes even if a life situation is stressful, we can get a good laugh out of it or find something positive. We need to learn to let our minds shift to gratitude and see that things happen for a reason. Our daily interactions and chance meetings with people write our life script. It is ultimately up to us to decide how we will perceive our encounters. Right at this moment I am sitting next to my wonderful unexpected friend and loyal companion. Her name is Laney. Six years ago by chance I walked into a pet store just for something to do and walked out with Laney. A life event which has certainly brought serendipity to my life. There is never a dull moment with her and certainly lots of laughs. I will admit at times it has been hard to find serendipity in other aspects of my life, but somehow I have found the needle in the haystack. And, believe me when I found the needle it was certainly a moment to remember. I hope everyone can find serendipity, because fairy tales do come true.

Mother's Day On The Road

I recently spent my Mother's Day in a car driving across the United States. I was once again traveling home after supporting my husband with health issues. His checkup was good and he continues to be in remission. So even though I was in the car, my Mother's Day was good! I had lots of time to reflect back about the wonderful times I spent with my children and the fact that I had been very blessed to be a mother. I recalled the weekends spent at baton twirling competitions with my daughter and watching her play tennis as if she were born with the racket in her hand. I thought about all the fun days watching my son play ball and the fact that his love of baseball gives me such joy. And then, I thought about Laney and the joy she has brought me now that my children are adults. I think I'm one lucky mom to have such wonderful memories. And now, I have new memories to add. As my trip ended and I pulled into the driveway, I was greeted by Laney and my front porch filled with with beautiful flowers from my beautiful children. Life is great!!!